River Roots Junior

Adventure Overview

Take your paddling and leadership skills to the next level on our 29-day expedition down the legendary Missinaibi River, a Canadian Heritage River. Over 530 km you’ll navigate thrilling rapids, paddle through pristine wilderness, and experience breathtaking waterfalls along the way.

This immersive program is designed for dedicated young paddlers between the ages of 15-17 years old, who want to develop advanced tripping skills, gain leadership experience, and earn certifications along the way:

• ORCKA Basic Canoeing Level 3
• ORCKA Canoe Tripping Level 2
• Paddle Canada Intro to Moving Water Canoeing – Tandem

This is not your typical camp experience — with no in-camp time, this gives participants maximum time to grow as paddlers and team leaders. Expect big days on the river, hands-on learning, and meaningful leadership challenges that build confidence, resilience, and teamwork.

As the journey concludes in Moose Factory, participants will spend time engaging with local community members, learning about Moose Cree culture, northern history, and life along James Bay. This cultural experience offers a powerful perspective on the land and its people.

By the end of this journey, participants leave with advanced paddling skills, leadership confidence, a deeper appreciation for the wilderness and the communities that call it home, and lasting memories from one of Canada’s most iconic rivers.

*We need a minimum of 8 participants to run this trip. 

We acknowledge that the Missinaibi and Moose Rivers flow through the traditional territories of the Cree and Moose Cree Nations and are recognized under the James Bay Treaty No.9, and that we are visitors to this land.

What's Included